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10 ways to introduce the letter X

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter X

February 23, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I have to say, this has been the hardest list of ideas of all the letters in the alphabet to put together so far. I fear that the hardest one may be the letter Z! However, I was extremely determined to put this one together as a separate post because I think all the lettersRead More

10 Ways to repurpose a crib

10 Ways to Repurpose a Crib

February 21, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

When your last child is no longer in a crib, it can feel like a bit like entering a new phase in yours and your child’s life. You probably have many memories that are special for that crib and it can feel like such a shame to just throw it away. If you have noRead More

10 kid friendly muffin recipes

10 Kid Friendly Muffin Recipes

February 20, 2015 by Christine T 1 Comment

Muffins are one of my absolute favorite things to bake. For someone like me who is not really what I would consider a very good baker, muffins seen to really impress me and restore my faith in the fact that maybe I can bake some things. It’s probably because they are what is considered quickRead More

10 free knit hat patterns for women

10 Free Knit Hat Patterns for Women

February 20, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

When I did the post on 10 free crochet hat patterns for women, I was excited to see how many kniting patterns there were as well. There are so many great styles out there! What’s great about knitting something small like a hat is that it can be done by beginners and advanced knitters alike,Read More

10 delicious kale recipes

10+ Delicious Kale Recipes

February 18, 2015 by Christine T 1 Comment

Kale is a great vegetable as you probably already know if you are reading this. Kale is great vegetable to grow in cold weather and can be started in very early spring and again in the fall. Here are tips for growing kale. Kale is also in season for purchasing this time of year.. This means youRead More

How to save money at Jo-Ann fabrics

How to Save Money at Jo-Ann Fabrics

February 17, 2015 by Christine T 5 Comments

It used to be that Jo-Ann Fabrics really was just a fabric store, but as other craft stores have extended their merchandise and what they carry, Jo-Ann’s has followed suit. With that, you can find lots of new craft supplies, home decor and even craft classes. If Jo-Ann’s is one of your favorite places toRead More

how to save money on yarn

How to Save Money on Yarn

February 16, 2015 by Christine T 8 Comments

If knitting or crocheting is a hobby of yours, you know that your hobby can be a little expensive if you are constantly buying yarn. It’s truly amazing to me how expensive yarn can be. Since yarn is an absolute necessity if you crochet or knit, you probably would like to know some tips toRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter W

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter W

February 16, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Welcome to another week of fun activities, crafts, recipes, books and printables for teaching the alphabet. This week, I have compiled a list of letter W activities to help you create the perfect curriculum for your kids at home or to just help them advance their school instruction. Let’s get started on these fun waysRead More

7 frugal diy compost bin projects

7 Frugal DIY Compost Bin Projects

February 15, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Spring is almost upon us and one great early gardening and sustainable thing you can start right now is a compost bin. Sure you can buy one, but often times, they can be outside your budget and there are so many ways to create one at home for free or nearly free. A compost binRead More

Do you have lots of scrap fabric lying around in your craft room? Here are 15 fun and easy scrap fabric projects to use it up!

15 Scrap Fabric Projects

February 14, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you love sewing, quilting or just doing fabric crafts, you know that despite your best intentions, you often end up with way more fabric that you needed and now you are stuck with scraps of fabric that didn’t get used. It seems like such a shame to throw these away, but what do youRead More

10 Free Knit Hat Patterns for Men

10 Free Knit Hat Patterns for Men

February 13, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

There is nothing as cozy as a warm homemade knitted hat and nothing as perfect as making one in the winter months when you are stuck inside sometimes. That’s even a craft a guy can really appreciate. I showed you 10 free crochet hat patters for men, and now it’s time to bring on theRead More

10 Ways to introduce the letter V

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter V

February 9, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

As we get towards the last couple of letters in the alphabet, it can be harder and harder to find activities, crafts and especially recipes. These letters are just as important as the rest, though, so I am determined to keep up with them. Here are some fun ways to introduce the letter V toRead More

10 Free Kid's Scarf and Hat Knitting Patterns

10 Free Kid’s Scarf and Hat Knitting Patterns

February 6, 2015 by Christine T 3 Comments

In a previous post, I did 10 free kid’s scarf, hat and mitten crochet patterns, and if you were waiting for the knit version, wait no longer! I found some of the best free knit patterns for you to try your hands at. Here are 10 free kid’s scarf and hat knitting patterns to makeRead More

Golden Rules for Shopping on a Budget

Golden Rules for Shopping on a Budget

February 5, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Thrifty and frugal people all try to find different ways to save money on everything they need and want, but there are some basic buying principles they all seem to follow. If you are new to trying to live more inexpensively, it is vital that you know how frugal-minded people think. In order to liveRead More

10 Ways to Introduce the Letter U

10 Ways to Introduce the Letter U

February 2, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

As we get towards the end of the alphabet, it will probably get harder to find activities, recipes and books, but I am not letting that stop me! After all, the last letters of the alphabet are just as important as the rest, right? If you are looking for some fun ways to teach theRead More

Tips for Beating Rising Food Costs

Tips for Beating Rising Food Costs

January 31, 2015 by Christine T 3 Comments

With recent costs of many food items going up in price (milk is slated to go up again this year), it is getting more and more important that families find ways to cut the cost of feeding everyone.  This can be really hard, especially if you are on a low budget and your family sizeRead More

10 Free Scarf Crochet Patterns

10 Free Knit Scarf Patterns

January 30, 2015 by Christine T 1 Comment

If you have ever received a handmade scarf, you know just how special they can be. If you are big on knitting yourself, you will love this new series of free pattern roundups coming your way. To get you started, here are 10 free knit scarf patterns to inspire you to create beautiful gifts forRead More

Are you looking for fun ways to teach the alphabet? Here are 10 ways to introduce the letter T with activities, crafts, recipes and more!

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter T

January 26, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I can’t believe we are getting towards the end of the letter series here! There have been so many fun projects to do! If  you are on the hunt for some fun ways to teach the letter T, here are some awesome activities, crafts, recipes and more to help you create the perfect letter ofRead More

10 Free Home Decor Crochet Patterns - You will be amazed by the awesome stuff you can crochet for your home with these free home decor crochet patterns!

10 Free Home Decor Crochet Patterns

January 23, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

As I have been putting together these posts featuring incredibly talented crafters with everything from ladies hats to kid’s toys, I have come across a bunch of unexpected crochet patterns. They don’t really fit in a category I have done so far, but they are so awesome and unique they make me believe that youRead More

Living green on food stamps is achievable (and can even save you money) using these tips for How to Live Sustainably on Food Stamps.

How to Live Sustainably on Food Stamps

January 22, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

When your budget is tight, it can be very hard to even think about trying to live green as you are often in “survival mode”. This is actually a perfect time to be as sustainable as possible and find ways to reuse items, do for yourself and become more independent. Living green is a veryRead More

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On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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